13 of the Best Family-Friendly Hotels & Ryokan in Kanazawa
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When you go on a family trip, you pay a lot of attention to the destination and hotel. As for your destination, how about Kanazawa, which is now easier to get to by Hokuriku Shinkansen? There are many sightseeing spots that the whole family can enjoy, such as Kenrokuen, one of Japan's top three gardens, Higashi Chaya District, where you can enjoy a trip back in time, and the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, which has features that will make children happy. When it comes to lodging, we recommend hotels and ryokan that offer services that make it safe for families with children, such as cribs, baby goods rentals, and family plans. We have collected such hotels and ryokan, so please find your favorite.
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I want to make lots of extraordinary memories with my kids on a family trip! A recommended destination for such a trip is Kanazawa in Ishikawa, which can be reached by a single train ride on the Hokuriku Shinkansen. There are many sightseeing spots that the whole family can enjoy, such as the vast Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan's three most famous gardens, the Higashi Chaya District, where you can enjoy a trip back in time through the historic townscape, and the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, which has features that will make children happy. there is. Not only the children but also their parents were excited about the seafood that they can't usually taste and the beautiful-looking Japanese sweets!
One of the worries when traveling as a family is choosing a place to stay. "Is it okay to bring my child?" "Will I cause trouble?" You may be worried. In such cases, we recommend hotels and ryokan that rent out baby goods such as cribs and baby chairs, and offer family plans! The services and plans are designed for families with children, so you can stay with your family with peace of mind. This time, we have compiled a list of hotels and ryokan in Kanazawa that are recommended for families, so please find your favorite.
Kanazawa Hakuchoji Hotel Sanraku is located in the center of Kanazawa, and is a classic hotel with a Taisho romantic feel. When you enter the lobby, the children can't help but cheer as you see the gorgeous atmosphere, including stained glass, Kutani ware lamps, and Kaga Yuzen. This hotel is full of atmosphere and is child-friendly, offering many children's goods.
The spacious guest rooms are all over 30 square meters in size and you can choose between Japanese and Western rooms, but if you have a baby who is crawling or toddlers, we recommend the Japanese style rooms where they can let them play freely. Since the bed is covered with futons, it is safe even for children who toss and turn a lot. Mom and dad can take a break with Kutani ware coffee cups and Kaga stick tea.
In the guest rooms, you can rent out a variety of children's goods, including cribs, baby guards (reservations required), diaper pots, and toilet seats for children. This baby bottle cleaning agent is also available, which is helpful if you are traveling with a baby. Of course, children's yukatas and slippers are also provided. The children were very happy with the special outfit that was different from usual♪
At Kaga Cuisine Mahoroba, enjoy an elegant dinner overlooking the Japanese garden while enjoying Kaga's four seasons. Even if you are a busy mom who is always standing or sitting, you can sit down and relax. For children, there is a ``Children's Gozen'' that includes dishes that children love, such as beef steak, fried shrimp, and chawan mushi. It's also nice that they provide plates, spoons, and forks for children. We also offer warming baby food, so you can bring food that your child is used to eating.
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Kanazawa Hakuchoro Hotel Sanraku
Ishikawa /Kanazawa/City Hotel
- address
- Ishikawa 6-3 Marunouchi, Kanazawa City
- access
- ■ Free shuttle bus available ■ 10 minutes by car from JR Kanazawa Station East Exit ■ From Kanazawa Station East Exit ⑥ or ⑦, get off at the [Kenrokuen-shita/Kanazawa Castle] bus stop and walk for 5 minutes.
At the entrance is the Suikinkutsu cave, where you can hear the soothing sound of water droplets. Famous paintings by Yumeji Takehisa are on display inside the building, indicating that this is an inn with ties to the hotel. This is a small inn with 10 rooms that is homely and family-friendly, with toys provided in the bath and children's lunches available.
The rooms include relaxing Japanese-style rooms and special maisonette-type rooms where large families can relax. In a Japanese-style room, you can take off your shoes, stretch your arms and legs, and relax. From the window, you can see the natural scenery where you can feel the changing seasons. There is a moon viewing platform inside the building where you can see the bright stars and the beautiful moon, so why not take a look up at the moon with your family once in a while?
The hot spring water has a smooth texture that wraps around your skin, onsen for both babies and mothers. It is said that you will stay warm after taking a bath. The bath is equipped with a high chair and toys for children to play with in the bath. Parents and children can enjoy a relaxing bath together!
For our signature meal, you can enjoy special plans featuring ingredients unique to Kanazawa, such as Black-throated Black Seaweed, natural abalone, and Noto beef steak. The dishes, which are made with locally sourced ingredients and are beautiful to look at, will be met with applause. A children's lunch is also available for children.
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Oyado Yamashita, a hot spring loved by successive feudal lords in Kanazawa's inner parlor
Ishikawa /Kanazawa/ ryokan
- address
- Ishikawa 165-1, Yuyuki-cho, Kanazawa-shi, Kanazawa
- access
- 45 minutes by bus from Hokuriku Shinkansen Kanazawa Station, 100 minutes by bus transfer from Komatsu Airport, 30 minutes by car via Hokuriku Expressway and Kanazawa Ring Road
This stylish hotel has a simple and bright front desk that makes you feel comfortable, and is surrounded by lush greenery, creating a relaxing space. You can take a bath in a soothing onsen, and you will be provided with two sets of clothes in your room: indoor clothes and pajamas. The in-house wear, which is also available for children, can be worn outside the lobby, so the whole family can relax together.
There are Western-style rooms and Japanese-Western rooms, and the rooms have a style where you take off your shoes at the entrance, so even if you have small children, you can let them crawl without worry. Even in Western-style rooms, if you apply in advance, your bed will be equipped with a bed guard, so you can sleep without worrying about your child falling out. They also offer services such as renting out trash cans for diapers, which is a nice touch.
Hotels are fine, but they often have unit baths. However, this hotel has a large public bath! Relax while looking at the green scenery outside. There are also child-friendly services such as free popsicles (only available in summer) after bathing, which kids will love. I look forward to bath time♪
For breakfast, you can enjoy a Japanese and Western buffet with a wide variety of 80 types of menus. The children were very excited to see the chef demonstrate cooking such as omelettes and dried fish from the Sea of Japan! You'll feel like you've come to Kanazawa as you enjoy a meal made with plenty of local ingredients, ``Jiwamon'' and local cuisine.
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Kanazawa Sainoniwa Hotel
Ishikawa /Kanazawa/City Hotel
- address
- 2-4-8 Nagata Ishikawa
- access
- About 15 minutes on foot from Kanazawa Station, about 40 minutes by car from Komatsu Airport, about 10 minutes by car from Kanazawa Higashi IC/Kanazawa Nishi IC
Kanazawa Chaya ryokan Inn is located about a 3-minute walk from JR Kanazawa Station. The easy access to sightseeing spots such as Kenrokuen Garden makes it a strong ally for family trips. Luggage can be stored free of charge before and after check-in, so you can easily go sightseeing while wearing light clothing.Families come with seven peace of mind benefits, such as having furniture removed from your room and meals served in your room or in a private room. The plan is recommended.
There are two large public baths. For men, there is an ``ancient cypress bath'' made from a 2,000-year-old tree that has a faint scent. For women, there is a ``garden bath'' with a beautiful view of greenery from the window. Bring children's bathrobes and sandals from their rooms, and after bathing, change into bathrobes just like adults. Seeing the whole family in yukata will make you feel like you're traveling!
We are proud of our meal, which is creative Japanese cuisine that uses seasonal ingredients and puts a lot of heart into each dish. Children can enjoy a mix of Japanese and Western dishes or a children's lunch for ages 3 to 5. Plates and tableware are available, and you can even warm up baby food. If you make a reservation in advance, the porridge will be ready for you. With the Family Plan, you can enjoy meal meal your room or in a private dining room.
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Kagaya Group ryokan Ryokan Kanazawa Chaya
Ishikawa /Kanazawa/ ryokan
- hotel fee
- JPY from 30,043
- address
- Ishikawa 2-17-21 Honmachi, Kanazawa City
- access
- 3 minutes walk from JR Kanazawa Station Kenrokuen Exit.
- Staying time
- 15:00(IN)〜 10:00(OUT)など
As the first designer hotel in the nationwide Dormy Inn chain, it is stylish from the front. Although it may seem difficult for families to stay, it is a child-friendly hotel with rooms with tatami mats, large public baths, and amenities for children. Be sure to try the special light soy sauce-flavored ``Yonaki Soba'' that is provided free of charge!
There are various types of guest rooms, but if you are traveling with small children, we recommend a Japanese-style room or a Japanese-Western style room. If you use tatami, you can make it roll around. There are also amenities such as indoor wear for children, so you can reduce the amount of luggage that tends to be large on family trips.
The hotel's local specialties are "Hunton Rice" and "Okonomi Kaisendon". "Hunton Rice" is a B-class gourmet dish from Kanazawa that consists of seasoned rice topped with a soft-boiled egg and fries, topped with ketchup and tartar sauce. It is sure to become a memorable memory of your trip to Kanazawa! For fish lovers, we also recommend the ``Okonomi Kaisendon'', where you can make fresh Hokuriku seafood to your liking, such as yellowtail, sweet shrimp, and loosened snow crab.
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Dormy Inn Kanazawa Natural Hot Spring
Ishikawa / Kanazawa / Business Hotel
- hotel fee
- JPY from 6,567
- address
- Ishikawa 2-25 Horikawa Shinmachi, Kanazawa City
- access
- 2 minutes walk from JR Kanazawa Station East Exit, in front of Forus
- Staying time
- 15:00(IN)〜 11:00(OUT)など
Hotel Nikko Kanazawa stands in front of Kanazawa Station, with 30 floors above ground and a height of approximately 130 meters. It boasts the largest scale in Hokuriku. About 3 minutes walk from JR Kanazawa Station. Since it is directly connected to the station via an underground passage, it is safe to travel with children on rainy days. Experience a different kind of luxury at an elegant European-style hotel.
All the rooms are on the 17th floor or higher, so you can see the beautiful night view at night, and the kids will be very excited! The rooms are designed with the concept of ``Kanazawa STYLISH'' and feature authentic Kanazawa traditional crafts, making you feel like you've actually arrived in Kanazawa. We also offer free rentals of bed guards and baby cots, so you can have a restful night's sleep with small children.
Breakfast is served at the buffet restaurant "The Garden House" on the second floor. The Japanese and Western food buffet, which is free for elementary school students and younger, has over 40 types of food. Among them, the hotel's original menu item ``Kurumafu French Toast'' is a popular menu item with a new texture. In addition, we have a colorful menu that makes use of local ingredients, so even children who don't usually eat it will probably enjoy it.
Detailed information
Hotel Nikko Kanazawa
Ishikawa /Kanazawa/City Hotel
- address
- Ishikawa 2-15-1 Honmachi, Kanazawa City
- access
- Directly connected by underground passage from JR Kanazawa Station Kenrokuen Exit (East Exit), about 3 minutes on foot / About 40 minutes by car from Komatsu Airport
The guest rooms are made using Kanazawa's traditional colors of ``Kaga Yuzen,'' ``Kutani ware,'' and ``gold,'' which will enliven the mood of your trip to Kanazawa. The recommended rooms for families with children are Japanese-Western style rooms with tatami mats and low-floor beds. Families with small children can also stay with peace of mind.
``Tenku Gallery Onborato'' on the 13th floor is the top floor of the hotel where the reception, lobby, and restaurant are located. From the spacious terrace, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Kanazawa city, including the Hokuriku Shinkansen. Children who love trains will be thrilled to see a real Shinkansen that runs like a Plarail! It would be nice to take a break with Kanazawa Bocha at the cafe corner, which you can use freely during your stay.
Breakfast consists mainly of Kamameshi cooked with Kanazawa's seasonal ingredients such as black-throated blackthroat and crab, and rice produced in Ishikawa. The ``Hokuriku-zukushi Kamameshi Gozen'' is a very colorful set that includes this Kamameshi, simmered dishes made with Kaga vegetables, obanzai, and other spices and soups. You will be very satisfied with the delicious and beautiful breakfast that will make you realize that you are actually in Kanazawa.
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Hotel Wing International Premium Kanazawa Ekimae
Ishikawa / Kanazawa / Business Hotel
- hotel fee
- JPY from 3,285
- address
- Ishikawa 8-13 Horikawa Shinmachi, Kanazawa City
- access
- About 5 minutes on foot from JR Hokuriku Main Line Hokuriku Shinkansen "Kanazawa Station" Kenrokuen Exit. About 50 minutes by limousine bus from Komatsu Airport.
- Staying time
- 14:00(IN)〜 11:00(OUT)など
The inn is right in front of Kanazawa Castle, so you can easily rent a stroller for sightseeing. We recommend a Western-style room where you can connect two beds together to create a family bed, or a Japanese-style room that is safe for babies who are just starting to walk. Bed guards and bed-wetting sheets are provided free of charge, so you can sleep comfortably. We also have nursing cushions, diaper bags, and trash cans available. We also give away amenities for infants when you check in!
The Japanese-style rooms have a separate jetted bath. Additionally, we can provide a baby bathtub, hot water thermometer, baby soap, and baby bath chair. Even if you have a small baby with you, you can take a relaxing bath without worrying. It's nice to have a bath in your room so you don't have to worry about time or how crowded it is.
Dinner is served in a restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere. You can enjoy Japanese kaiseki, a local Kaga dish called "Jibe-ni. If you choose Japanese kaiseki, you can prepare porridge or udon noodles with soup stock, simmered eggs with plenty of small vegetables, and steamed dishes for infants. There is no need to worry about small children meal. Disposable baby aprons are also available to prevent stains on clothes!
In the kids' space, which is great for families with children, there's also Plarail, which kids love.The Hokuriku Shinkansen and other features are typical of Hokuriku. In addition, there were drawing tables and chairs made from the prefecture's tree, the Noto Hiba tree, as well as picture books and building blocks, which the children were very excited about. We also rent out games such as Othello, UNO, playing cards, Game of Life, and Blackbeard's Close Call, so the whole family can enjoy their time in the room.
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KKR Hotel Kanazawa (Kanazawa Mutual Aid Hall, Federation of National Public Employees Mutual Aid Association)
Ishikawa / Kanazawa / Business Hotel
- hotel fee
- JPY from 5,000
- address
- Ishikawa 2-32 Otemachi, Kanazawa City
- access
- 10 minutes by taxi from JR Kanazawa Station Take the bus from station east exit platform 7, get off at Owarimachi, walk 5 minutes In front of Kenrokuen/Kanazawa Castle Park Otemon Exit
- Staying time
- 15:00(IN)〜 10:00(OUT)など
The hotel is approximately 5 minutes by car from JR Kanazawa Station. Kanazawa Castle Park and Kenrokuen are also within walking distance, so it's convenient for going sightseeing. On days when the weather is bad, you can make memories at a workshop where you can experience traditional culture. Recommended rooms are triple rooms and Hollywood twins. We offer free rentals of bed guards and diaper pots, as well as amenities such as children's nightwear, slippers, toothbrushes, and hand towels, so you can lighten your luggage.
The hotel's public bath features murals that create a warm atmosphere. In addition to shampoo, conditioner, body soap, and face soap, toiletries such as basic cosmetics are also available at the sink in the changing room. The whole family can smile together in the large public bath where you can stretch your arms and legs and relax. You can slowly heal the fatigue of your journey.
The crispy croissants and other breads baked in the hotel's oven have a great aroma and taste, and children will be eager to eat them one after another. It goes great with our original minestrone soup, which includes plenty of vegetables and spicy miso! We also have seasonal menus unique to the region, so you can enjoy a wide variety of breakfast options.
At the Intergate Lounge, which you can use freely at any time during your stay, you will feel privileged to receive tea sweets, welcome coffee, soft drinks, and alcohol♪ Also, various drinks and snacks are available depending on the time, including an Ochazuke buffet that is perfect for a late-night snack. You can enjoy it. This is a great service for families with children who suddenly become hungry.
Detailed information
Hotel Intergate Kanazawa
Ishikawa / Kanazawa / Business Hotel
- address
- Ishikawa 2-5 Takaoka-cho, Kanazawa City
- access
- From JR Kanazawa Station, take the Hokutetsu Bus to "Minamimachi/Oyama Shrine" for about 7 minutes and get off at "Minamimachi/Oyama Shrine" for about 1 minute./From Komatsu Airport, take the bus to "Musashigatsuji/Omicho Market" for about 50 minutes and get off at "Musashigatsuji/Omicho Market" for about 7 minutes.
This hotel is approximately 6 minutes by car from JR Kanazawa Station. A free shuttle bus is also available (reservations required). It takes about 1 minute walk to Nagamachi Samurai Residence, and about 6 minutes walk to 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa. This is a great location for families traveling with a lot of luggage, as you can leave your luggage and go out easily. The interior of the hotel is a high-quality space that combines the elegance of a samurai residence with contemporary modernity. The front is decorated with gold leaf, which is typical of Kanazawa.
The room is a Western-style room with a calm atmosphere. The Deluxe Twin KANAZAWA, recommended for families with children, is a guest room with wood and tatami floors, where you can take off your shoes and relax. The "Premium Twin Raised Type" rooms also have futons on the tatami area. It's safe even if you have a crawling baby. Even in the bed room, you can borrow a baby cot for free, and we also provide amenities for children.
The bath of "Deluxe Twin KANAZAWA" is a spacious bath with separate bath and toilet, and a washing area. You can take a relaxing bath even if you are taking a bath with your baby. Parents, why not bring your favorite bath salts and soothe your tired bodies from sightseeing with plenty of hot water?
Breakfast at the restaurant "Marais d'Or" is a Japanese and Western breakfast buffet. There is also a wide variety of Japanese breakfast menus that can only be found in Kanazawa, and children will be very excited to have their omelettes made right in front of them! If your child is feeling restless in the morning, you can take out the breakfast buffet food to your room. You can spend your morning in a way that suits your family's style.
Detailed information
Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel
Ishikawa /Kanazawa/City Hotel
- address
- 2-1-1 Korinbo, Ishikawa
- access
- About 6 minutes by taxi or 10 minutes by bus from JR Kanazawa Station. 15 minutes by car from Hokuriku Expressway Kanazawa West or East IC. ◆Shuttle bus available (reservation required)
Approximately 15 minutes by car from central Kanazawa. Kanazawa Kokusai Hotel is located about 20 minutes from Hakusan IC, making it easy to reach other tourist destinations by car. There is also a free parking lot with 250 spaces for your peace of mind. Spend a relaxing and elegant holiday at a hotel with a calm European atmosphere.
Although it is a hotel, there are Japanese-Western and Japanese-style rooms, so it is recommended for families with small children. Bed guards are available for rent in Western-style rooms, so choose the type of room according to your preference. If you choose the family support plan, kids amenities will be included!
Breakfast is a Japanese and Western buffet with a wide variety of items. Breakfast is free for children under 3 years of age sleeping in the same bed. It's safe to have menu items that children like, such as bread, omelets, and sausages. For dinner, there are three unique restaurants, so you can enjoy the food you want depending on your mood.
Official details
Kanazawa Kokusai Hotel
Ishikawa /Kanazawa/City Hotel
- hotel fee
- JPY from 5,000
- address
- Ishikawa 8, Oobaku-cho, Kanazawa City, Kanazawa, Japan
- access
- 35 minutes by Hokuriku Railway bus from Kanazawa Station. Approximately 15 minutes from Hakusan IC on the Hokuriku Expressway / Approximately 25 minutes from Kanazawa Morimoto IC.
- Staying time
- 14:00(IN)〜 11:00(OUT)など
About 25 minutes by car from Kenrokuen. Kanazawa Yuwaku Onsen onsen Yunode Ryokan, located in the back parlor of Kanazawa, opens the lattice door and opens into a space with a Japanese atmosphere. The 10-room hot spring inn has a pure Japanese atmosphere, with a beautiful courtyard, tea room, and hearth, making it a great opportunity to introduce the authentic Japanese atmosphere to children! This is an inn where you will be happy with the heartfelt hospitality of about 9 staff members.
There are relaxing Japanese-style rooms with a nostalgic atmosphere, and spacious rooms with open-air baths that the whole family can relax in. You can choose a room that suits your family's style in this small and quiet inn. If you have a room with an open-air bath, you can enjoy onsen as many times as you like, depending on your child's timing.
Taking advantage of the taste of seasonal ingredients, the inn is proud of its authentic kaiseki cuisine, which incorporates rich local ingredients such as "nodoguro" and "kaga vegetables". You can enjoy it in your room, so you can convey the beauty of Japan cuisine to your children. For children, kaiseki cuisine is about two dishes less than the adult dish, or children's lunch. Children are also mesmerized by the authentic and vivid Japan dishes. Let's ♪ concentrate more than usual and savor your meal
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Kanazawa Yuwaku Onsen onsen Yunode Ryokan
Ishikawa /Kanazawa/ ryokan
- address
- Ishikawa 77-2, Yuwaku-araya-cho, Kanazawa City
- access
- Approximately 50 minutes by bus from JR Kanazawa Station / Approximately 40 minutes by car from JR Kanazawa Station / Approximately 30 minutes by car from Hokuriku Expressway "Kanazawa Morimoto IC"
This long-established ryokan, founded in the Edo period, is located in a quiet area on the outskirts of Kanazawa, making it convenient for sightseeing in Kanazawa. A quaint Japanese-style ryokan surrounded by a 3,000-square-foot garden. You may be wondering, "Can I bring my children?" Don't worry about that. ryokan offers a wide range of services for children, including the rental of futons for naps. Enjoy the hospitality of a famous ryokan with your whole family.
Among the relaxing Japanese-style rooms, many have open-air baths that utilize the hot spring water. The open-air bath is attached to the room, so even if you have small children with you, you can relax and enjoy onsen without worrying about other guests. There is also a private open-air family bath available for a fee, so you can relax and enjoy the hot onsen with just your family.
There are plenty of amenities such as futons for naps, work clothes for children, and toothbrush sets. Moms are also impressed by the thoughtful services provided to children, such as renting diaper buckets for small children.In addition, there are toys that the whole family can play with, such as card games and puzzles, so moms and dads can enjoy free time without work or housework to their heart's content. Please play with the children.
I am deeply impressed by the carefully prepared meal prepared by the chefs. Another great feature of this inn is that children can enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine as well. You will be surprised at the volume and content of meals for 2-5 year olds. In addition, we have a ``Children's Gozen'' with ingredients and portions appropriate for their age, and for small children, we also provide baby food such as oji and rice balls, so you don't have to worry about meal.
Detailed information
Kanazawa Tatsunokuchi Onsen Matsusaki
Ishikawa /Kanazawa, Nomi/ ryokan
- address
- Ishikawa 3-1 Tatsuguchi-cho, Nomi City
- access
- About 40 minutes by car from JR Kanazawa Station, about 20 minutes by car from JR Matto Station, about 20 minutes by car from JR Komatsu Station, about 25 minutes by car from Komatsu Airport
Kanazawa is a tourist destination recommended for families, as it can be reached by one bullet train from Tokyo and has sightseeing spots that children can enjoy. If you stay at ryokan or hotel that welcomes families, like the ones we introduced this time, you will feel less anxious about traveling with children. Make wonderful memories with your family on a trip to Kanazawa where you can feel the beauty of Japan and receive warm hospitality ♡